Border Town

Apr 10

Throwing it back to this zesty shot with my friends at @hennessy.

If you haven’t already - make sure to check out my IG stories and get a sneak peek at this year’s limited edition bottle of VSOP in collaboration with @refikanadol - there’s a couple goodies in there that I’m excited to play around with! Let me know what y’all think.

ingredients:

1½ oz | 45 ml V.S.O.P. Cognac
1 oz | 30 ml Oloroso Sherry
1 oz | 30 ml Simple Syrup
5 oz | 150 ml Hot Apple Cider
Fresh Grated Cinnamon (Garnish)
Orange Twist (Garnish)

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instructions:

Combine all ingredients in a heat proof container. Stir gently until incorporated. Garnish with fresh grated cinnamon and an orange twist. Serve and enjoy!

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